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Simplifying electrical outlet and equipment troubleshooting
ergonomic “easy-pull” design to remove the tester from high-retention outlets.
The new tools are designed to make receptacle and electrical testing easier for commercial and residential electrical contractors, home inspectors, kitchen and bath installers, apartment/condo property managers, DIY’ers and handymen. ET100 Easy-Pull GFCI Receptacle Tester:
The compact ET100 tester re-imagines the GFCI receptacle tester by adding an ergonomic finger loop to ease removal from receptacles, especially those with high retention force. (Found in hospitals, schools, hotels, office buildings as well as residential kitchens and baths, these receptacles are designed to hold a plug’s blades and grounding pin securely to ensure safety and effective grounding.) As a full-function GFCI receptacle tester, the
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riplett Test Equipment, a maker of test equipment tools, has launched two GFCI receptacle testers designed to expand the versatility of this essential electrical troubleshooting tool. The ET200’s integrated line- splitter makes it significantly easier to test both circuit wiring and connected electrical devices and appliances. The compact ET100 introduces an
ET100 can pinpoint wiring faults in NEMA 5-15 receptacles used in residential and commercial sites throughout North America. A simple push- button test helps validate GFCI receptacles are operating properly. The color-coded 3-light display helps users pinpoint any one of five potential wiring issues: Open Ground, Open Neutral, Reversed Hot and Ground, Open Hot as
well as Reversed Hot and Neutral. Codes are indicated on on both side of the tester to ensure easy viewing regardless of the receptacle’s orientation. ET200 2-in-1 GFCI Receptacle Tester and
AC Line Splitter: Along with the must-have GFCI receptacle testing capabilities of the ET100, the ET200 also includes an integrated line- splitter that makes it easier to perform voltage measurements and test current loads of connected appliances or electrical equipment. The ET200’s line splitter can be used with a clamp meter to measure current loads up to 15A without splicing wires or other modifications that permanently alter a device’s power cord. The two-mode line splitter enables a clamp meter
to capture direct current readings for typical current loads while an “X10” position can be used with smaller current readings which are then multiplied by 10. Voltage test jacks can be used with a clamp meter or multimeter’s test leads for in-line testing without disrupting the circuit. Both the ET100 and ET200 are available now.
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Schneider Electric release ‘Build My Business’ e-book E
lectricians are often sole traders or owners of small companies, which requires a certain level of business knowledge. More often than
not, however, electricians have no formal training or qualifications in business management. Third party help is available, especially when it comes to finance and accounting – but it’s always useful to get a good business acumen in order to run the most successful company possible. To help with this, Schneider Electric have released a ‘Build My Business’ e-book full of handy tips and advice for electricians on setting up, running and growing an effective business. At the beginning of the journey, the e-book can help with initial steps such as a business plan and getting the right insurance in place. When it’s time to finance the company, there’s advice on everything from budgeting and managing tax to collecting payment from customers. With a new business, word of mouth can’t be relied upon to generate new custom. The e-book has tips on how to promote through digital means such as a strong website and email campaigns, as well as through more traditional direct mail. Once the business is up and running, it’s time to consider things like customer etiquette. When meeting clients, how much thought should be put into tone of voice and body language? Should you always remove your shoes in someone’s home? Satisfied customers lead to recommendations, which lead to more business.
There are plenty of other tips too on how to grow an electrical company, from hiring apprentices to branching out into the smart home space. Customer demands are changing with advances in connected technology, so it’s important to stay ahead of the game in that area.
At Schneider Electric, we know that being an 38 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING • FEBRUARY 2021
electrician is not just a job, it’s a craft. There is much more to master than the core electrical work, and we’re proud to support at every stage of the journey, from first steps to established success.
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